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ON MONDAYESL Podcast 914 – Wanting Peace and Quiet

In the Learning Guide: Get a full transcript (written version of every word you hear), vocabulary list and sample sentences, and comprehension questions.
In “What Else Does it Mean,” learn the other meanings of “knock” and “to rob (someone) of (something).”
In the “Culture Note,” learn about “Unusual Hotels.”
“Some travelers like to stay in luxury (refined, sophisticated, elegant, and expensive) hotels, but others are looking for a…” – READ MORE in the Learning Guide
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ON WEDNESDAY
English Cafe 408
Topics: American Presidents – Gerald Ford; you bet; between versus in between

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In “What Insiders Know,” you will read about “Saturday Night Live Presidential Impressions.”
“Saturday Night Live is a live television “sketch comedy” (humorous show with many short acts showing funny situations) and…” – READ MORE in the Learning Guide
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ON FRIDAYESL Podcast 915 – Learning to Read Music

In the Learning Guide: Get a full transcript (written version of every word you hear), vocabulary list and sample sentences, and comprehension questions.
In “What Else Does it Mean,” learn the other meanings of “piece” and “on pitch.”
In the “Culture Note,” learn about “Music Education in Schools.”
“In the United States, “music programs” (programs designed to teach children about music) in public schools are being reduced due to…” – READ MORE in the Learning Guide

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